Foodie Bloomie; the Starbucks Master Plan

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Bloomberg holds sway over our eating habits like no mayor before him. [NYT]

Wayne Nish is out to save Varietal from its folly, including a “full-of-itself wine list [that] boasted obscure, uninspired vintages masquerading as hidden treasures” and desserts that were “scary messes.” [NYT]

Behold, the Starbucks master plan for growth — which may help to explain its aggressive anti-union strategy, which has roused the ire of the National Labor Relations Board. [Business Week]

DiFara reopens, with green walls and a new lease on life. Meanwhile, DeMarco’s owner Maggie DeMarco confirms that the Macdougal Street sister restaurant will close its dining room but that they’ll still be serving takeout. [Serious Eats]

Rachael Ray not only drives green vehicles herself, she also insists on being driven in them. [NYP]